Merchant & Mills: Polpo Abhla Handwoven Organic Cotton

Polpo

Handwoven Organic Cotton

Currently 9m in stock - Price is per meter 

A unique handcrafted cloth woven in a pale dusty blue Kala cotton. Glass mirrors called Abhla have been embroidered onto the cloth by hand. Abhla is translated as 'bits of sky' so dress yourself in fabric that reflects the sky!

This cloth would make beautiful skirts, dresses, tops and shirts. It would also be suitable for lightweight curtains.

• 4.1oz, 140gsm.
• 115cm wide.
• 100% organic cotton.
• GOTS certified.
• Embroidered mirror - 8mm
• Country of origin; India.
• Indian handlooms are sometimes susceptible to irregularities in the weave due to their handmade nature, this is all part of their charm and are not classed as flaws.
• For the first couple of washes, place the fabric in the washing machine drum at 30 or 40 degrees with a handful of table salt. This will help fix the dye to prevent it running.
• Wash at 30 or 40 degrees with a non bio detergent. Do not tumble.

* Please note, all computer monitors show colours different. Fabric is classed as a bespoke order, so we are unable to accept returns.